German group to aid reform of Azeri penal system
The German Foundation for International Legal Cooperation (IRZ) will take part in the reform of the penitentiary system in Azerbaijan, the fund coordinator in the country Rashad Huseynli told Trend news agency.
"We are cooperating with the prison service of the Ministry of Justice and have already conducted a number of activities. On November 26-27 a seminar will be held with the participation of German specialists," Huseynli said.
According to him, an annual summer school for Azerbaijani judges and lawyers is held by the foundation on the implementation of the European Convention for the protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms.
"In addition, we have plans to cooperate with the Baku State University. Also in the coming days we are planning to hold an event on the fight against cybercrime in cooperation with the Ministry of Justice.
According to him, the cooperation between Azerbaijan and the IRZ is implemented in the form of consultation and exchange of experience, as well as participation of fund specialists in improving legislation.
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